Sofia Christian University – Academic Catalog
Mission & Philosophy
Mission: SCU equips believers to fulfill their God-given calling with excellence through Christ-centered education that integrates Theology, Psychology, Nutrition, and Naturopathy for whole-person ministry.
Philosophy: We affirm Scripture as our final authority and pursue academic rigor shaped by a Christian worldview. We unite biblical truth with evidence-informed learning to form compassionate servant-leaders.
Tagline: Christ-centered learning for whole-person ministry.
Accreditation & Affiliation
Religious Exemption: SCU operates in compliance with the Religious Exemption of the Florida Department of Education, Commission for Independent Education (F.S. §1005.06(1)(f)). Degrees are offered exclusively for religious and ministry purposes.
- Licensure: Unless a program page states otherwise, programs are not designed for secular licensure.
- Federal Aid: SCU does not participate in Title IV federal student aid.
Affiliations & Ministry/Academic Networks (non-accrediting)
SCU collaborates with trusted Christian organizations to enrich student learning, formation, and outreach.
- Florida Council of Private Colleges (FCPC)
- International Compliance Assurance for Holistic Practitioners (ICAHP)
- Christian Care Connect; Society for Christian Psychology (AACC Division)
- International Association of Therapists (IAOTH); American Association of Christian Counselors (AACC)
- U.S. Agency for Christian Counseling – Credentials & Accreditations
- Chaplain Emergency Management Agency – Department of Homeland Charity
- North American Learning Institute (NALI)
Admissions (Short)
Who we admit: Christ-followers called to ministry and Christian wellness; affirm SCU’s Statement of Faith and Code of Conduct.
Submit: Application form; faith testimony; HS diploma/GED or transcripts; pastoral/ministry reference; application fee. Interview may be requested.
Apply online or fill the inquiry form to ask about tuition, schedules, and start dates.
Programs & Degrees
Choose the academic path that aligns with your calling. All programs are taught within a Christ-centered framework and may integrate the four pillars: Theology, Psychology, Nutrition, Naturopathy.
- Associate of Arts (AA) Foundation
- Associate of Science (AS) Applied
- Bachelor of Arts (BA) Theological Integration
- Bachelor of Science (BS) Evidence-Informed
- Master of Science (MS) Advanced Leadership
- Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) Research
- Doctor of Theology (ThD) Theological Depth
- Doctor of Ministry (DMin) Practical Ministry
- Doctor of Christian Naturopathy (PhD) Evidence-Informed
